Update on my surgery: Everything went well but there was more damage than expected. I now have a metal plate and two pins holding my heel bone together. Apparently there are large incisions on both sides of my foot that will leave a lot of scaring. No weight bearing on that leg for 10 weeks seems like an eternity but today marks one week, so only 9 to go!
Pain meds work some but not as effective as I thought they would be. They make me unbelievably loopy and woozy. I'm not able to stay on the computer for long, or do anything else for that matter, before I am dozing off or holding my head over the trash can. Yeah, it ain't pretty but the doctor thinks I will have a successful recovery and be able to walk normally in about 9-12 months. Here's hoping and praying he is right!
Thanks for all the prayers and well wishes. I would love to be able to get around to each individual blog and leave comments on your gorgeous images but I don't know that I will be able to this week.
Autumn is my favorite time of year! I know I have said this before but I am thoroughly enjoying the cooler temps and adding the comfy old quilt to the bed :) It's snuggle weather!
My son mentioned he is ready for some Russian Tea....maybe I can talk him into making some this weekend.
What's your favorite beverage when the weather starts to turn cooler? I bet some of y'all are getting close to having some snow, huh?
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Never a good time of year to be recuperating Anne -- hope you start to tolerate the medications better. Rest! :)
ReplyDeleteOMGoodness you must have gone down so hard on that poor foot, hope you find the less woozy and loopy med that works of you -me, I like to add hot milk to my coffee, exciting isn't it ;-)
ReplyDeleteOh shoot Anne I was thinking of another foot not yours, but still that is a lot for one heel to have to deal with-hope the time frames are wrong and you heal faster than predicted.
ReplyDeleteI hope the time flies by quickly for you- and maybe the pain will stop soon also! Have a good week!
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to hear of your foot troubles...ouch♥ Nine weeks..sigh...find some really good books to help pass the time away. LOVE LOVE your brush stamp on the photo.
ReplyDeleteAs I was thinking about blogging this morning, you came to mind, my friend. Praying for strength and courage for your soul right now ...
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear things went good with your surgery. Take good care of yourself and heal.
ReplyDeleteI don't change to a fall beverage, but drink cappuccino all year round. I have a personal favorite concoction of stuff.
We are not ready to think about snow!
Praying for strength and healing, sweet friend! You are amazing to keep such a positive attitude - only 9 more weeks to go :) Much love to you, Anne!
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear of your difficulties with your heel...ouch. Pretty image. Hope you can tolerate the meds better,
ReplyDeleteGlad you are on the path to healing but sounds so very painful. I hope you will find some enjoyment in your "downtime". Some good books and lots of blogging will make the time go fast.
ReplyDeleteSending you warm healing wishes your way! Autumn is a beautiful time of year, and I love it, too! So I hope you can try to get in some blog time to visit the sights and even the smells, (you can almost smell the apple pies baking), and enjoy them with a mug of hot apple cider, stirred with a cinnamon stick!!! BE WELL! Aloha
ReplyDeleteSorry things are not going well, but hopefully your recovery will be successful!
ReplyDeleteSending warm wishes for a recovery that's as smooth as possible. I hope our autumn photos can bring you a bit of cheer, Anne!
ReplyDeleteAnne, Your photography is so beautiful. Praying for recovery and wanting you to feel better. Today's message at the top, Heb. 12:1 Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about ... reminds me of the chalkboard message where the nurses sign in giving mammos ~ 2 Cor 4:8a. A ditty I got from another friend, that summed up "look on the bright side ~ we're on the upside of the grass." A little cheer for you today. My favorite winter drink is Mystic Chai Spiced from Sams in a tall cup of hot skim milk, adding extra creamy Reddi-wip 15 cal/serving whipped cream topping with a little nutmeg on top ~ y-u-m. <3 Kathleen ~ Lane Hill House
ReplyDeleteAnother beautiful photo! I'm still praying for you, Anne. Each day should get a bit better than the last. I certainly can empathize with you. I'm also enjoying this wonderful cool fall weather and the changes in color all around us. Now, about that Russian tea.... I haven't had any in a long time, and I'm sure glad you reminded me. I think I may get my recipe out and make some myself! Sounds wonderful right now! Take is easy and get plenty of rest!
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear you are under the weather. I hope you start feeling better soon so you can enjoy the season. Which by the way is my favorite season also. I also want to thank you for stopping by and leaving such nice comments. I am gald you get something from my posts. By the way beautiful photo!
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